Business Solution Architect (Data) and Technical Lead (PL727)

Paralucent Inc; Ontario; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in technology services is seeking a Business Solution Architect and Tech Lead to drive AWS Data Lake initiatives and technology delivery. This role demands a balanced approach between technical execution and architecture oversight, requiring robust expertise in AWS services along with strong stakeholder management skills. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in the Wealth Management sector, preferably within BMO, and a passion for innovative cloud solutions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in technology leadership focused on AWS Data Lake and cloud engineering.
• Experience in Wealth Management, particularly with BMO.
• Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure and security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement AWS Data Lake solutions.
• Lead end-to-end technology delivery collaborating with cloud engineering teams.
• Engage with stakeholders to drive strategic initiatives.

Skills

AWS Data Lake

Cloud Engineering

Stakeholder Management

Data Architecture

Agile Methodologies

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Certifications in AWS, cloud architecture, or data engineering

Tools

AWS (S3, Glue, Athena, Redshift, Lambda, IAM)

CI/CD tools

Job description

We are seeking a Business Solution Architect and Tech Lead with expertise in AWS Data Lake setup and cloud engineering to drive technology delivery and architectural initiatives. This role requires a 50/50 split between hands-on tech delivery and architectural oversight, ensuring seamless collaboration with cloud engineering and infrastructure teams.

The ideal candidate will have a delivery mindset, working closely with Business Analysts (BAs) to translate business needs into scalable solutions. Prior experience in BMO Wealth Management and navigating the technology intake process is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Architecture & Solution Design:
  Architect and implement AWS Data Lake solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and performance.

• Tech Delivery Leadership:
  Lead end-to-end technology delivery, collaborating with cloud engineering and infrastructure teams to drive execution.

• Current State Analysis & Strategy:
  Assess existing technology landscape, identify gaps, and define future-state architecture.

• Cross-functional Collaboration:
  Work closely with Business Analysts (BA) to align technical solutions with business objectives.

• Technology Intake Process Management:
  Navigate BMO’s technology intake framework, ensuring compliance and efficiency in solution deployment.

• Stakeholder Engagement:
  Work with senior leadership, product teams, and external vendors to drive strategic initiatives.

• Best Practices & Innovation:
  Stay ahead of industry trends, advocating for modern cloud and data engineering practices.

• 7+ years of experience in technology leadership, with a focus on AWS Data Lake and cloud engineering

• Strong expertise in AWS services (S3, Glue, Athena, Redshift, Lambda, IAM, etc.)

• Proven ability to architect and implement scalable data solutions

• Experience with data taxonomy

• Experience working in Wealth Management (BMO preferred)

• Familiarity with BMO’s technology intake process and governance frameworks

• Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure, networking, and security best practices

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to balance technical depth with strategic vision

• Experience in Wealth Management, with a strong understanding of client segments, investment products

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automation

• Knowledge of data governance, compliance, and regulatory requirements in financial services

• Certifications in AWS, cloud architecture, or data engineering

Duration: 6 months with possibility of extension